[poo t-lawg, -log, puht-] /ˈpʊtˌlɔg, -ˌlɒg, ˈpʌt-/ noun 1. any of a number of short pieces of lumber supporting a scaffold’s floor. /ˈpʌtˌlɒɡ/ noun 1. a short horizontal beam that with others supports the floor planks of a scaffold

Also, put one’s money on. Bet on; also, consider likely or nearly certain, expect. For example, Jean put her money on Contender but the horse came in last, or I’m sure the President will speak to the crowd; I’d put money on it. This idiom was first recorded in 1931.

[poo t-awf, -of] /ˈpʊtˌɔf, -ˌɒf/ noun 1. an act or instance of putting off. 2. a delaying, postponing, or avoiding of something. 3. an expressed excuse or evasion; demur: She responded with a polite but firm putoff.

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